Diego’s unstoppable libido was credited as a major reason for the survival of his fellow giant tortoises on Espanola, part of the Galapagos Islands, after being shipped over from the San Diego Zoo as part of a breeding program. When he started his campaign of promiscuity, there were just two males and 12 females of
Lunar New Year festival at the Oakland Museum of California. Odell Hussey Photography | Courtesy Oakland Museum of California This year, the Lunar New Year falls on Saturday, Jan. 25 and will be followed by 15 days of celebrations marking the transition from the Year of the Pig to the Year of the Rat. While
A sprawling city that excels in natural splendour You really can’t overstate the case for visiting Cape Town. First, there’s the in-your-face beauty of a craggy mountain range that drops precipitously into a glittering sea, its flanks carpeted in greens and delicate florals. Then there’s the pristine white beaches lapped by – it must be said
The famous A&W root beer float. A&W There are still drive-in restaurants scattered around that are open in spring, summer and fall, then close for the winter. You drive past your favorites, looking on longingly, knowing the owners are getting a well-deserved rest, but eager for them to re-open. However, one of the country’s most
Ireland, offers so many places and things to do as a tourist. From exploring its diverse culture, visiting the countless museums and places with ancient history to enjoying the beauty of picturesque landscapes, you will be spoilt for choices. Here’s a list of some of the top-rated tourist attractions that you have to see the
Jill Weinlein For football fans who aren’t flying to the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens for Super Bowl LIV on February 2, gather your family and friends for the ultimate football getaway offered by Mexico’s newest premier luxury rental experiential firm, Blue Desert Cabo. You will arrive to San Jose’ del Cabo on a private mid-size
GET A WOLTERS WORLD SHIRT! We ship almost everywhere, Even Finland 🙂 Shop Support Us: https://www.patreon.com/woltersworld Finland or Suomi is the land of eternal sunshine in the summer, more lakes than you can imagine, and possibly the grossest candy on the planet? Finland is an amazing country to visit and whether it is the breathtaking
It’s hard to imagine England, Wales and Northern Ireland without the National Trust (Scotland has its own variation). Its acorn symbol pops up by beaches and fells, on the gates of mansions and the doors of tenements, beside footpaths, car parks and cafés. It exasperates some people and pleases many more: it means that you
Bardstown Bourbon Company The constantly-flowing stream of new whiskey releases covers all categories, from bourbon and scotch to American single malts and Mexican corn whiskeys. But one thing these releases have in common: a penchant for finishing spirits in barrels that previously held wine, port, sherry, rum and beer. Adding to this crowded field is
Editor’s Note — This story was first written in 2011 and last updated in 2020. (CNN) — “No, we can’t have a snack yet.” “Please don’t run through the security line.” “You don’t have to take your shoes off anymore.” I can sense those travelers who fear my active 3-year-old as we head toward the
Boeing employees boasted about bullying regulators to approve the now-grounded 737 Max without requiring pilots to undergo simulator training while others raised safety concerns and complained about lax standards, according to a trove of internal documents the company released on Thursday. Seth Kaplan, aviation journalist at Kaplan Research, joins “Squawk Box” to discuss. 06:03 Fri,
Growing up in Sri Lanka (then Ceylon) in the Fifties and Sixties, I was surrounded by wildlife. The Colombo of my boyhood – a garden city – teemed with birds: mynas, parrots, sparrows and orioles. I’d see snakes and lizards hide in the greenery. My father was not an outdoor man – a bookshelf was
How do we spend our time alone? That was a question on my mind a few weeks ago, when I had a few hours to myself in Brugge while my husband (who’s from the western region of Belgium) and our kids went off to see a Club Brugge soccer game with friends. What to do
(CNN) — In the past year, television host Samantha Brown took a total of 45 flights. She zipped through 88 airports and checked into 32 hotels. But this bustle is not unusual. The third season premiers January 11 on PBS. Brown has been traveling on television for 20 years, hosting over a dozen TV series
Welcome to Europe’s best party! I’m sure none of you are strangers to the revelries of Carnival, to fancy dress parades, giant floats and the madness happening before Lent begins. Carnival can be dated back to Roman times, and every city, town and village in Europe celebrates its own way. I’ve been touring Carnival celebrations
The Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta Hotel Fondly referred to as The Grand Dame of St. Louis, The Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta Hotel has held court for nearly 100 years and offers rich history and lavish accommodations, plus a glittering roster of notable guests, including Franklin D. Roosevelt, Nat King Cole, George Clooney and
Start exploring Guatemala with Lonely Planet’s video guide to getting around, when to go and the top things to do while you’re there. For more travel tips, head to https://www.lonelyplanet.com/guatemala
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But the Gevora’s reign will be short-lived. The 75-storey tower is to be eclipsed by a slender glass skyscraper under construction just a short drive away in Dubai’s Marina district. The Ciel Tower will reach 360.4 meters upon completion, developer The First Group has confirmed, featuring 1,209 luxury suites and residences spread across 82 floors.
Norway is a land of majestic fjords with a coastline that merges with the sea like an unfinished jigsaw. And perhaps the best way to see all of it is by car. Renting four wheels and hitting the open road doesn’t just unlock a world of unpronounceable villages and empty regions. Norway is also the safest place in
